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Bell County Bomb Threat References Maj. Nidal Hasan

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It was a scary day for Bell County. Judge, clerks, court reporters, anyone inside the bell county courthouse was evacuated after a bomb threat was made, but this threat referenced the alleged Fort Hood shooter Major Nidal Hasan. 
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Honoring First Responders Killed in West Explosion

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It's been two months since the West fertilizer plant explosion. More>>

Texas Senate Passes Abortion Bill

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The Texas Senate passed an abortion bill that would increase regulations on abortion clinics in the Lone Star State. More>>

Senator Cruz, Cornyn Against Bipartisan Immigration Bill

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A new report shows the bipartisan immigration bill in Congress would save the country $175-billion over the next decade. More>>

"Sopranos" Star James Gandolfini Dead at 51

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James Gandolfini, better known to many as Tony Soprano on "The Sopranos," has died at the age of 51, HBO confirmed to NBC News. More>>

Propane Tank Leaks on Highway

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An overturned propane tanker shuts down a major highway for hours in southeast Texas. More>>

Kidnapping Results in Chase, Suicide

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A kidnapping and police chase ends with the suspect committing suicide in Burleson County. More>>

What Happened to TWA 800

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Seventeen years later, new information about what may have happened to TWA flight 800. More>>

New England Patriots' Tight End Questioned

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The home of New England Patriots' Aaron Hernandez was searched after a man he knew ended up dead. More>>

Volunteers Help West Clean Up Video included

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Loving West week is in full swing. More>>

Two Men Arrested For Allegedly Making Ray Gun

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Two men were arrested for allegedly planning to use a homemade ray gun to "target people they didn't like." More>>

Trial Date Set for Alleged Kidnapper, Rapist

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A trial date of August 4 has been set for 52-year-old Ariel Castro, the Cleveland man accused of kidnapping and raping women for 10 years. More>>

Police Cracking Down on Speeders

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Slow down in construction zones or get a ticket. More>>

UT Arlington Closed After Reports of a Man with a Gun

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Reports of a man with a gun locked down the UT Arlington campus this morning. More>>

Tea Party "Audit the IRS" Rally

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Texas Senator Ted Cruz joined thousands of Tea Party members protesting on Capitol Hill today. More>>

Bomb Threat to Courthouse in Belton Video included

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(KCEN) -- Police have received a call about a bomb threat to the courthouse in Belton. At 10:50 A.M., Belton Police received a call in which the caller made a reference to alleged Fort Hood shooter Nidal More>>

Gov. Perry Extends Drought Emergency Video included

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Governor Rick Perry extends the drought emergency for more than 200 Texas counties. More>>

HPV Infections Fell by Half in Teen Girls After Vaccine, Study Shows

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Infections with the human papillomavirus tied to cervical cancer fell by more than half in U.S. teen girls after the HPV vaccine was introduced in 2006, despite high-profile controversy -- and low rates of uptake, a new study shows. More>>

Suspicious Fires in North Waco

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Waco Police are asking you to keep a watchful eye out for suspicious activity. More>>

Four American Troops Killed in Mortar Strike

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Four American troops were killed at or near Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan. More>>

Teen Recovering From Shark Bite

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Fifteen-year-old Garrett Sebesta continues to recover in a Houston hospital after fending off a shark in waist-deep water on June 16. More>>

Mosquito Sprayings Begin in North Texas

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Mosquito spraying is already underway in North Texas. More>>

Mac Haik Dealership Building Demolished

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Some big changes for a Temple car dealership. More>>

Texas Paying Hunters to Kill Feral Hogs

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In an effort to control the feral hog population, Texas is once again offering money to hog hunters statewide. More>>

Gov. Perry Extends "Drought Emergency"

Governor Rick Perry Extends Drought Emergency for 200 Texas Counties More>>

Swimmer Bit by Shark in Hawaii

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A man was bitten by a 14-foot long shark while swimming on a beach in Hawaii Tuesday afternoon. More>>

Women to Fight in Combat on Front Lines

Pentagon announced its schedule for integrating women into front-line combat by 2016. More>>

Civilian PTSD Treatments for Active Duty Video included

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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is still a growing problem for soldiers returning from the war zones. More>>

Juneteenth Holiday

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Today, we celebrate a day of freedom in Texas history. More>>

14 Nursing Home Survivors Died Since Blast Video included

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The West Rest Haven Nursing Home was one of the hardest hit buildings during the fertilizer plant explosion. More>>

Country Music and Blake Shelton Steal the Show on 'The Voice' -- Again

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Country is once again king. If there's one takeaway from "The Voice" this season, that is it. When in doubt, the secret to winning is to stick as close to Nashville radio as possible. More>>

Zack & Jim For Wed. June 19th

Zack & Jim for Wednesday June 19th. More>>

Perfect Pet For Wed. June 19th

"Perfect Pet" for Wednesday June 19th. More>>

Maj. Nidal Hasan Trial Date Set For August

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In a surprise move Tuesday, the trial date for the alleged Fort Hood shooter is set. It finally looks like Nidal Hasan's case is moving forward and it's all starting in the next few weeks. More>>

Tornado at Denver International Airport Video included

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A tornado touches down in Denver and passengers at an airport were forced to take cover. More>>

The Search Continues for Jimmy Hoffa

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Is the body of Jimmy Hoffa about to be found? More>>

Peace Talks With The Taliban

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In a surprising move today, the U.S. will soon stage peace talks with the Taliban. More>>

Feds Charge 3 in Ohio Slavery Case

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A mentally disabled woman and her daughter were held in an Ohio apartment for two years, forced to perform manual labor and threatened with dogs and snakes to keep them compliant, federal authorities said Tuesday. More>>

Hasan's Trial Has Been Set for August 6th Video included

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The hearing for accused Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan was today. More>>

Women in Combat: Could Special Ops Be the Next Stop? Video included

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The Pentagon has moved beyond merely talking about placing women into combat and is actively mapping how, when and where servicewomen eventually will be assigned to far more dangerous duties — including, perhaps, special forces operations, senior U.S. defense officials tell NBC News. More>>

Chrysler Backs Down, Agrees to Recall 2.7 Million Older-Model Jeeps

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After a public disagreement that threatened to blow up into a larger battle, Chrysler said Tuesday that it has agreed to recall 2.7 million Jeep vehicles that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said could potentially erupt into fire if rear-ended. More>>

Rain Totals for the Morning of June 18

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Here are some of the rain totals from this morning coming. More>>

Shark Attack on South Texas Coast Video included

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A 15-year-old Texas boy is in stable condition after he was attacked by a shark yesterday afternoon. More>>

Belton's Fourth of July Festivities

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It's ranked as one of the top ten places to visit for the Fourth of July. More>>

Ask The Doctor For Tues. June 18th

Ask The Doctor For Tuesday June 18th. More>>

Zack & Jim For Tues. June 18th

Zack & Jim for Tuesday June 18. More>>

Sheriff: Colorado wildfire is a crime scene

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-As hundreds of firefighters began to get the upper hand on a huge blaze near Colorado Springs, investigators stepped up their probe into the cause of the most destructive wildfire in the state's history. More>>

State Agencies Testify In Second Hearing On West Explosion Video included

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Trying to find answers and solutions to the devastating explosion in West. That was front and center at the state capital Monday as state agencies are given their marching orders on how to prevent this kind of disaster from happening again. More>>

Water Tests Don't Answer Temple Fish Kill Questions Video included

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Two days after hundreds of fish turned up dead in a Temple park, more questions are now surfacing. What could have caused the fish to go belly-up just hours after they were placed in the pond? More>>

Woman Dies from Fire Burns

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A woman was severely burned in a house fire yesterday. More>>

Mother and Daughter Die Helping Motorist Video included

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A mother and daughter are dead after trying to help a stranded motorist. More>>

Cowboys Football Camp for West Video included

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Well, the Dallas Cowboys haven't forgotten about what happened in West. More>>

Whole Foods Reviewing Language Policy

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Whole Foods Market has revised its employee language policy following an uproar over the suspension of two employees. More>>

Colorado Wildfire More Than Halfway Contained

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Fire crews said Sunday that the Black Forest fire near Colorado Springs is now 65% contained, and they hope to have it completely under control on Thursday, June 20. More>>

June 18th is the Last Day for West Residents to Apply for Assistance

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Tomorrow is the last day for West residents to register for assistance from FEMA. More>>

Dallas Mavericks Play Ball With West Residents Video included

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In an effort to get the April explosion off the mind of West residents, the Dallas Mavericks came to West to put on a cheer and basketball clinic. Kids were ecstatic to learn how play dribble and prepare a cheer routine the way the Mavs do. More>>

GM Recalls Almost 200,000 SUVs Over Fire Risk

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General Motors is recalling another 230,000 midsize SUVs due to a potential fire risk serious enough that the maker also is advising owners to park outside until repairs can be made. More>>

Kris' Rad Videos For Mon. June 17th

Kris' Rad Videos for Monday June 17th. More>>

Military Father Meets Baby Daughter on Father's Day Video included

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A daddy and daughter meet for the first time this Father's Day when he returns from Afghanistan. More>>

Smart Money For Mon. June 17th

Smart Money For Monday June 17th. More>>

Susan G. Komen Update

A #'s update to what's happening with Susan G. Komen in Central Texas. More>>

Zack & Jim for Monday June 17th

Zack & Jim for Monday June 17th. More>>

Two Are Dead After Shooting in Round Rock

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Round Rock Police are investigating an officer involved shooting that left two people dead. More>>

NSA Officials Working to Discredit Allegations

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The intelligence community is going on the offensive in the public relations war over the NSA's secret information gathering programs. More>>

Temple Community Puzzled Over Dead Fish Pond Video included

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It's a mystery that has people in Central Texas scratching their heads.

Hundreds of fish turning up dead in a Temple pond this weekend.
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Swim Safety Video included

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Often the best way to find relief from triple heat is jumping in a pool.

But this past week Bell County has had two near drownings.
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Former President Bush's Plane Makes Emergency Landing

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A scary moment in the skies for Former President George W. Bush. More>>

Committee Gathers for Follow Up Hearing on West Explosion

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State agencies head back to the Capitol on Monday for a follow up to the May 1st hearing on the disaster in West. More>>

Multiple Vehicles Collide in Fort Worth Leaving Several Dead or Injured

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Four people are dead, and nine others injured, after a multi-vehicle crash near Fort Worth. More>>

Waco Man Arrested for More Than 100 Grams of Cocaine

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SWAT teams arrest a Waco man found with more than $16,000 worth of cocaine. More>>

Philadelphia Building Inspector Kills Himself Video included

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New information today on that building collapse in Philadelphia that killed 6 people. More>>

Austin Man Drives Off Of Cliff

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An Austin man is dead after driving his car off a 250 foot cliff. More>>

Baby Dies, Mother Tries to Use Home Remedy Video included

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A Houston mother is in jail after she allegedly caused the death of her 11-month-old baby. More>>

Young Boy Nearly Drowns in Temple

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A near drowning in Temple has caused the Temple Fire Department to remind parents of water safety. More>>

Cameron Park Zoo Lion Dies

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The Cameron Park Zoo is mourning the loss of one of its lions. More>>

Hasan Jail Costs Top $500K

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There is new information on the accused Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan. More>>

Military Judge Denies Nidal Hasan's Defense Strategy Video included

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A military judge has denied the defense strategy of the accused Fort Hood shooter. More>>

Boy Faces Internet Backlash for National Anthem Video included

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A 10-year-old San Antonio boy was a hit on May 11 singing the National Anthem at the NBA finals. More>>

People Injured After Deck Collapse Video included

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Twenty-four people are injured and two in critical condition after a deck collapsed at a popular Miami restaurant. More>>

Soldier Returns to Home Makeover Video included

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A soldier's family receives some much needed help after being away from their home for months. More>>

No West Nile Cases in McLennan, Bell Counties

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As Central Texas heats up even more mosquitos will be buzzing around. More>>

Gov. Perry Signs "Merry Christmas" Bill Video included

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Students in Texas public schools can now wish each other a Merry Christmas without fear or prosecution. More>>

Carnival Triumph Sets Sail

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The Carnival Triumph set sail for the Gulf of Mexico and it left the Galveston yesterday. More>>

Husband of Ricin Suspect Speaks Out Video included

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Meantime an Army veteran whose wife allegedly framed him for sending ricin letters to the President is now talking about the ordeal. More>>

Residents Confused Over FEMA's Decision To Deny Assistance Video included

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Confusion over FEMA's decision to deny public assistance had West residents rushing to the FEMA center. Many worried they won't get the help they need to rebuild after the West Fertilizer Plant explosion, but that's not the case. More>>

American Airlines Says Email is Phishing Scam

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American Airlines says it is not behind some fake flight confirmation emails floating around the Internet Thursday. More>>

Four Dead In Murder-Suicide At St. Louis Health Care Company, Police Say

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Four employees of a home health care business were killed in a murder-suicide Thursday in St. Louis, police said. More>>

Patients, Industry Both Winners In Supreme Court DNA Ruling

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Patients, researchers and industry all claimed victory Thursday when the Supreme Court ruled that human DNA cannot be patented, opening the door for dozens of scientists and others trying to market newer and better tests to tell people about their risks for a range of illnesses from cancer to heart disease More>>

Obama Administration: Syrian Regime Used Chemical Weapons Against Opposition

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The United States and its allies have concluded that the government of Bashar al-Assad has used chemical weapons in Syria's protracted civil war, leading President Barack Obama to broaden aid — including military support — to opposition groups. More>>

Two Killed As Colorado Wildfires Destroy 360 Homes, Force Evacuations In Colorado Springs

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Two people have died in the 15,700-acre wildfire that has forced the evacuations of about 38,000 people in the Colorado Springs area, authorities said Thursday. More>>

Powerful Storms Rock Northeast, Mid-Atlantic

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A powerful storm system continues to make its way across the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast today. More>>

Syria Used Chemical Weapons Video included

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The U.S. and European allies have concluded that Syria has used chemical weapons against rebels in the past year. More>>

NASCAR Driver Killed in a Race

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A Sprint Car event turned deadly in New Jersey last night. More>>

Police: Four Fatally Shot in St. Louis Business

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Four people were shot and killed Thursday at a St. Louis business, police said. More>>

Senators Pass Life with Parole for Juveniles

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Texas Senators have acted quickly on Governor Rick Perry's call to approve a new punishment for 17-year-olds convicted of capital murder. More>>

Escaped Juveniles Caught Video included

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An update on the two teens that escaped from a Killeen juvenile detention facility. More>>

Waco Man Indicted in Police Chase and Standoff Video included

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A man accused of leading police on a chase, then barricading himself inside a Waco home is indicted for aggravated assault. More>>

Sexual Assault Prevention Law Struck Down Video included

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The Senate Armed Services Committee has rejected legislation that would have sidelined military commanders in sexual assault cases. More>>

Caterpillar Will No Longer Support Boy Scouts Video included

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The Boy Scouts of America have lost another sponsor over its gay ban. More>>

RGIII Makes Child's Wish Come True Video included

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Central Texan turned NFL star Robert Griffin III is making wishes come true. More>>

Library Celebrates George H. W. Bush's Birthday Video included

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There was a birthday bash for former President George H. W. Bush and his wife Barbara at Texas A&M's Bush Library. More>>

Fire on Set of Transformers

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While film crews were shooting Transformers 4 in the Austin area, a home being used on the set burned to the ground. More>>

Southern Baptists Against Boy Scout Policy on Gays Video included

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New information on the Boy Scouts' decision to allow gay members. More>>

Colorado Wildfires Destroy More Than 350 Homes, Force Evacuations Video included

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A monster wildfire in Colorado has reduced 360 homes to cinders, with fire officials facing continued challenges on Thursday as they sought to contain the blazes that forced thousands of people to flee. More>>

Next Pretrial Hearing for Hasan Has Been Set for June 14

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The next pretrial hearing for the accused Fort Hood Shooter Nidal Hasan has been scheduled for June 14 at 1 P.M.. More>>

Explosion at Louisiana Chemical Plant, 25 People Reported Injured Video included

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The explosion took place at Williams Chemical Plant, Louisiana State Police said, and a fire after the explosion appeared to be contained in the plant. More>>

Angie's List: Family Photography

Angie's List Report: Tips for Family Photography More>>

Escaped Killeen Juveniles Arrested

Two Escaped Juveniles Arrested After Fleeing from Killeen Detention Facility More>>

Waco Man Indicted in Police Chase and Standoff

Waco Man Indicted in Connection with Police Chase and Swat Standoff More>>

Authorities May Know Location of NSA Leaker

NSA remains under spotlight to explain reasons behind secret surveillance programs. More>>

Student Graduates Even While Homeless

Imagine being a homeless child and just trying to survive, education might seem impossible. More>>

Zack and Jim for Thursday, June 13

Stephanie visits with our friends, Zack and Jim over at Waco 100 on Thursday morning More>>

FEMA Denies City Of West Assistance Video included

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Nearly two months after the West Fertilizer Plant exploded, turning the small town upside down, FEMA has denied the state's request for additional aid for the city. More>>

Fines for Loud Music in Killeen

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Loud music could land you a $500 fine if you live in Killeen. More>>

Man Arrested for Stealing Dog from Waco Animal Shelter Video included

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A Waco man steals his dog back from the Waco Animal Shelter. More>>

Corsicana Woman Found Dead

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A woman was shot outside of a Corsicana home early this morning. More>>

Ariel Castro Pleads Not Guilty

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Ariel Castro's attorney entered a not guilty plea for his client. More>>

Wildfire Sparks Near Colorado Springs Video included

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Fire crews in Colorado are trying to contain a wildfire that sparked there on June 11. More>>

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  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 8:03 PM EDT2013-06-20 00:03:38 GMT
    (NBC NEWS) -- James Gandolfini, better known to many as Tony Soprano on "The Sopranos," has died at the age of 51, HBO confirmed to NBC News.
    James Gandolfini, better known to many as Tony Soprano on "The Sopranos," has died at the age of 51, HBO confirmed to NBC News.
  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 8:00 PM EDT2013-06-20 00:00:22 GMT
    (KCEN) -- An overturned propane tanker shuts down a major highway for hours in southeast Texas. That tanker leaked some of its 5,000 gallons of propane on the highway after crashing late last night in
    An overturned propane tanker shuts down a major highway for hours in southeast Texas.
  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 6:50 PM EDT2013-06-19 22:50:06 GMT
    (KCEN) -- Seventeen years later, new information about what may have happened to TWA flight 800. Two-hundred-thirty people died in 1996 when the plane flying from New York to Paris went down. The official
    Seventeen years later, new information about what may have happened to TWA flight 800.
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